Discrimination Policy

At HDC International we regularly work on projects indigenous people and rich ethnic cultures. We are keenly aware that many projects require a “soft touch” approach in order to bridge the gap between the sensitivities of ethnic cultures and business demands.

HDC International Discrimination Policy
HDC International is committed to challenging inequality, discrimination and disadvantage. We believe that no person should face unjustifiable discrimination or receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, being deaf or disabled, marital status, sexual orientation (including gay men, lesbians and bi-sexual), gender re-assignment, responsibility for dependents, trade union or political activities, religion/belief, spent offences or any other reason which cannot be justified.

HDC International seeks to provide a positive role model for other organisations and communities wherever it is active around the world. To achieve these aims HDC International. will continue to:

• Recognise the varied needs, expectations and culture of local people and reflect these differences in the range, sensitivity and relevance of its services.
• Recognise and challenge institutional racism and other forms of institutional discrimination.
• Support the development of communities and assist them in challenging discrimination, harassment and violence.
• Where relevant, to work in partnership with community groups and other agencies to remove any barriers to fair and equal treatment, which perpetuate disadvantage.
• Promote tolerance and respect between diverse groups in the community.
• Acknowledge and celebrate, wherever possible, fragile ethnic cultures.
• Act promptly on any complaints about our service delivery.
• Consult clients to ensure that service delivery, policy and practice are appropriate and effective.
• Apply equal opportunities principles to work undertaken for HDC International by all external contractors.

HDC International will challenge and overcome racism and all forms of unlawful discrimination, both within its own organisation and the wider community.

Crispian P. Emberson
Managing Director
30 August 2016

Reviewed annually.
Next review date 30 August 2024

A copy of our full Discrimination Policy is available on request.